There are a slew of rules set by federal, state and local governments imposed on employers, and we’d better comply or face costly and time-wasting consequences. Make sure you know what the rules are in your locality, and that your company is up on them. Here’s a checklist for you.
Important Employment Compliance Issues
Minimum Wage
While the federal minimum wage remains at $7.25 per hour in 2017, there have been increases in a number of states and cities. The higher rates control. For example, the rate in New York City for small employers is $12 per hour on December 31, 2016, but it’s $10.75 per hour for companies with fewer than 10 employees.
